R 3 500 000
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4 Bedroom House in De Rust

4 3 10 964 m² 231 m²
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A Timeless Heritage Retreat: Your Familys Karoo Sanctuary. EXCLUSIVE MANDATE

For the discerning buyer, properties where history is celebrated are exceptionally rare. This 124-year-old residence is a masterful blend of late-Victorian elegance, authentic Karoo architecture, and modern comfort.

Fully turnkey and move-in ready, it is ideally suited as a private estate or a shared multi-generational family retreat where co-owners can easily rotate their seasonal getaways.

Designed for Shared Family Living & Income Potential

Multi-Generational Haven: Generous, flexible spaces across two dwellings allow extended families to vacation together while maintaining complete privacy.

Turnkey Shared Investment: Perfect as a co-owned family holiday home, remote-work sanctuary, or a boutique heritage stay Airbnb when not in family use.

The Main Residence: Historic Elegance

Original Character: Soaring ceilings, classic sash windows with timber shutters, and warm Oregon pine floors throughout.

Architectural Flair: The original back veranda was cleverly enclosed to expand living areas, leaving its iconic curved roof visible indoors as a unique historic talking point.

Sunlit & Spacious: A lounge skylight floods the living space with natural light. Includes 3 large bedrooms with built-in storage and 2 bathrooms.

Country Kitchen: Features a separate scullery, laundry, and a walk-in pantry with its original restored cupboard.

Outdoor Living & Breathtaking Views

Front Veranda: Panoramic, uninterrupted views of the Swartberg Mountains stretching towards Meiringspoort.

Private Side Veranda: Flows from the kitchen with a built-in braai outdoor fireplaceBBQideal for quiet afternoons or alfresco dining.

The Heritage Brakdak Cottage & Studio

1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom Cottage: A rare, authentic brakdak earthen-roof guest houseperfect for visiting family or high-demand holiday rentals.

The Historic Studio Werkskamer: Positioned behind the cottage with its original vuurherd hearth, creating an atmospheric home office, creative studio, or library.

Key Extras

Secure Parking: Covered parking for up to 3 vehicles.

Subterranean Storage: Large under-house storeroomideal for storing personal items between visits.

The Verdict: More than just a house, this is a piece of living history and an enduring family legacy.

Contact us today to arrange an exclusive private or virtual viewing.

Property details

  • Listing number T5557355
  • Property type House
  • Listing date 17 Jul 2026
  • Land size 964 m²
  • Floor size 231 m²
  • Rates and taxes R 2 111

Property features

  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 3
  • Lounges 2
  • Garage parking 3
  • Open parking 7
  • Pet friendly
  • Access gate
  • Laundry
  • Scenic view
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Scullery
  • Garden cottage
  • Fireplace
  • Aircon

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